Urging Congress to pass the Green New Deal.
The resolution highlights the urgency of addressing the impacts of climate change, which the Fourth National Climate Assessment warns is threatening human health, safety, and economic growth. It points out that existing mitigation and adaptation efforts are currently insufficient and calls for comprehensive actions that extend beyond what local and state governments are achieving. If passed, the Green New Deal could lead to sweeping changes in national policy aimed at fostering environmental sustainability and economic equity.
HCR47 is a concurrent resolution that urges the United States Congress to pass the Green New Deal. This proposal is designed to mobilize the nation's resources and creativity to address two critical issues: the existential threats posed by climate change and the deepening income inequality across the nation. The resolution draws parallels between the Green New Deal and President Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal, emphasizing the need for large-scale actions to confront these urgent challenges. Among its goals, the Green New Deal aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions, create high-paying jobs, and invest in modern infrastructure and industry.
While the Green New Deal has garnered significant support, it also faces substantial opposition. Critics argue that the scope and funding required for such an ambitious plan could pose financial risks and potentially disrupt current job markets. Additionally, there are concerns about the regulatory impact this initiative could have on existing industries and the local economies that depend on them. The tension between ambitious climate goals and the economic implications for various sectors will likely be a focal point of contention as discussions progress in Congress.